Lesson 61-Important Function of Foods

Food-anything which gives nourishment to the body.
Nourishment-the process by which the food is digested & it's nutrients absorbed by the body.
Deficiency Disease-resulting from lack of 1 or more nutrients in the body.
Function of Foods:
1.Builds & repairs worn-out body tissue.
2.Source of heat & energy.
3.Regulates body processes.
3 Basic Food Groups:
A)Body-Building Foods-this group supplies the main sources of protein needed to build healthy muscles,bones & tissues.
B)Energy-giving Foods-contains significant amount of fats & carbohydrates that supplies energy.
C)Body-regulating Foods-Protective group of foods & helps the body to function well.This are vitamins & minerals for body resistance.
Water-essential body-regulator.58% of our body contains water,6-8 glasses of water should be taken everyday.
Food Nutrients:
1.Protein
2.Carbohydrates
3.Fats & Oil
4.Minerals
5.Vitamins